{"id":6255,"date":"2020-08-12T12:00:30","date_gmt":"2020-08-12T19:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=6255"},"modified":"2024-01-29T17:36:28","modified_gmt":"2024-01-30T00:36:28","slug":"how-to-move-a-hot-tub","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/how-to-move-a-hot-tub\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Move a Hot Tub By Yourself"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Before we jump in, let’s address an important question: Can you move a hot tub by yourself without help?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Moving a hot tub or home spa is certainly something you can do yourself without the need to hire professional movers, but when we say “by yourself,” we are by no means describing a one-person operation. In fact, given the size and scope of the task of moving a hot tub, you should always seek out the assistance of others.<\/p>\n

To determine the help you’ll need, weigh out important factors that pertain to your unique situation, such as the size of the tub, the distance of the move, the pathway you’ll need to carry it across, and if your route is better suited for using straps, a dolly, a cart, or getting everyone together to lift and carry it.<\/p>\n

So, if you’re wondering how to move a hot tub without having to hire professional movers<\/strong>, you have come to the right place. Whether you’re moving to a new house soon and want to take your hot tub with you, installing a used hot tub you just bought online, or selling your hot tub to a neighbor, we recommend starting with a detailed plan and this guide will provide you with a solid place to start. We’re here to help you learn how to move a hot tub safely and efficiently.<\/p>\n

How to Prepare and Move a Hot Tub<\/h2>\n

Here are the steps you need to prepare your hot tub for moving without risk of damage or injury. You can also jump ahead to learn how to move a hot tub in specific situations<\/a> if the general guidance below are too broad for your specific hot tub moving scenario.<\/p>\n

Step 1: Measure the hot tub and moving path<\/h3>\n

Measure the size of your hot tub itself, the width of all pathways you will take, and the width of all the spaces your hot tub will pass through during the move. In addition to taking measurements of width and depth, be sure to weigh (or at least estimate the weight) of the tub when it’s unfilled.<\/p>\n

This process is as simple as breaking out the tape measure or consulting your tub’s user manual (or looking the specs up online). Whatever you do, don’t skip this step. Knowing the dimensions and the weight you’re dealing with are critical elements to making a safe and effective moving plan.<\/p>\n

Step 2: Inspect the moving path<\/h3>\n

This step goes hand-in-hand with the one listed above. Walk the path you plan to take, going step by step and evaluating the ground as you go. Consider any obstacles along the way and how you will best work around (or over) them. Consider any doorways, gates, or fencing that may need to be adjusted. In some cases, you may need to do a bit of temporary deconstructing to create a safe and efficient pathway.<\/p>\n

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